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NICE publishes guideline on follow-up for under 18s born preterm

Preterm birth is associated with an increased risk of developmental problems and disorders, such as learning disorders and behavioural problems, which can persistent into adolesence.

The recommendations made by the guideline focus on specialist developmental support and surveillance for the early identification of developmental problems and disorders in under 18s that were born preterm. Areas covered by the guideline include: